2020 Pinot Noir

2020 Pinot Noir

$41.70
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In the glass, a deep red colour with a magenta hue. On the nose, seamless layers of aromas evoking sandalwood, cedar, sweet cherry, and black currant. The palate is intense and richly textured, offering suggestions of crushed red fruit and supported by beautifully integrated silky tannins. 

Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 12%
TA: 6.5 g/L
pH: 3.59
RS: 0 g/L
Brix (avg. at harvest): 21ºBx
Aging: 1 year in barrel
Recommended drinking: 2022-2025

FURTHER NOTES

Looking at the climatic parameters conducive to the emergence of transcendent still Pinot Noirs, Nova Scotia’s climate is markedly cooler than those that have set the precedent in aspiring to greatness in red wine.

That is why, historically, our annual crop of Pinot Noir has almost exclusively served our traditional sparkling method program. This changed in the summer of 2020 when record-setting heat units prompted a reflection on new horizons.

Anticipating special potential, we looked to our Nova Scotian winemaking consultant, Alexis Moore, who is known internationally not only as an early adopter and pioneer of natural winemaking but also as being the artisan behind some of the world’s most celebrated Pinot Noirs outside Burgundy.

Alexis and her protégé, our assistant winemaker Erin Carroll, put together a rigorous plan to make the most impactful wine possible, beginning at the site selection stage, all the way to a detailed barrel selection including grain and forest origin.

NV Rosé

NV Rosé

$25.15
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In the glass, a classic pale rosé colour. On the nose, the wine displays suggestions of white cherries and strawberry rind with abundant sea minerals undertones. The palate is luscious, but with good intensity and vibrancy. Hints of green apples and dried cranberries are magnified by the wine’s bright structure, unfolding in a lengthy mineral finish.

Varietal composition: 55% L’Acadie, 30% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 12%
TA: 8.0 g/L
pH: 3.15
R/S: 4 g/L
Brix (avg. at harvest): 18º
Recommended drinking: 2022-2028

Hand crafted with no chemical additions, naturally occurring wine tartrates, or affectionately known by industry professionals as “wine diamonds”, may be visible in some bottles.

2020 Cabernet Franc Rosé

2020 Cabernet Franc Rosé

$22.55
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In the glass, a classic pale pink hue. On the nose, distinctive varietal notes are complemented by hints of sea minerals and flint, with suggestions of rose petal. The palate strikes a harmonious balance between energetic tension and roundness with complex textures unfolding into a lengthy and pleasing finish.

Varietal Composition: 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol: 10.5%
TA:  8.9 g/L
pH: 3.11
RS: 5.2 g/L
Brix (avg. at harvest): 19.5°Bx
Service Temp: 13°C
Recommended drinking: 2022-2023

Hand crafted with no chemical additions, naturally occurring wine tartrates, or affectionately known by industry professionals as “wine diamonds”, may be visible in some bottles.

2021 Glooscap First Nation x Benjamin Bridge Rosé

2021 Glooscap First Nation x Benjamin Bridge Rosé

$20.89
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In the glass, clear pale salmon color with an amber hue. On the nose, a combination of key lime sorbet and fragrant lavender is brightened by undertones reminiscent of fresh-cut mint and shaved ice. The palate is lively and exotic, with notes of zesty mango, passion fruit, and mandarin rind. The finale reverberates with mineral freshness.

Varietal composition: 5% Pinot Gris, 7% Gamay, 43% Riesling, 45% Ortega
Alcohol: 10%
TA: 6.6 g/l
pH: 3.50
RS: 0 g/l
Brix (avg. at harvest): 19°Bx
Recommended drinking: 2022-2023
Service temperature: 2°C

Pink Piquette Cans, Case of 12

Pink Piquette Cans, Case of 12

$57.35
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In the glass, a deep pink colour with a ruby hue. On the nose, enticing tropical flower notes are brightened by hints of ruby red grapefruit and papaya. The palate is pleasantly light, with refreshing weightlessness and aerial, aromatic suggestions of elderflower and rose hips for a touch of complexity.

Due to packaging limits, we are only able to ship by the case at this time (12 x 250ml).

Varietal: NY Muscat grape skins 
Alcohol: 5% 
pH: 3.74
RS: 1.2 g/l
Brix (avg. at harvest): 19°Bx
Recommended drinking: 2022-2023
Service temperature: 3°C
250ml